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Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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deleted_user 11/27/2007

Just in the last day I've seen some happenings on DS that, quite frankly, have sickened me. I post this with all due respect to ALL DS members. In my opinion, it is NEVER appropriate to publicly attack, bash, humiliate, or demean another DS member. Period. It is not fair to do so, and at the least is mere meanness. Posting in public that this, or that member "should be" banned is character assasination, and is a mean and unjust act. I simply cannot stand by silently without comment on this sad state of affairs. I think love, compassion, and healing should be our guiding force, not hateful behavior and emotions.
What is your opinion?

deleted_user 11/27/2007

Nad, I tend not to get involved with bashing for the same reasons youve pointed out.

I never react without hearing the full story if I can help it.

We're all having a difficult time and some people react differantly than others.

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I agree with you strongly. Love and compassion, should be the ds motto. I try to ignore the mean and nasty threads as i know what is like to be on the receiving end of them.
You always speak with wise word nadareal
hugs to youxxxx

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I agree that it should not be that way. We are here to support and encourage one another. I had not realized it had gotten so bad.

deleted_user 11/27/2007

sleepy and nessa1, glad to know I'm not alone!!! ThanksXX

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I agree Nad, I've seen some posts/hugs written by people that I simply cannot understand, personal attacks on individuals should not be part of DS.

I don't understand why if a member has negative thoughts towards another member they don't just ignore that person. Surely one of the reasons that people have join DS is to escape cruelty and judgements from the wider world, it is unforgiveable that cruelty should follow them here.

Well said Nad.x

deleted_user 11/27/2007

i think most of would prefer to keep out of this sort of thing. i think you will find a lot of support for this

deleted_user 11/27/2007

Thanks for support my friends, I just could not be silent......I had to speak up.

deleted_user 11/27/2007

Whats going on now?

Im so confussed. who is upset?

I thought this site was to help ppl. not make them feel worse about themselfs?

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I think you did right Nad, you haven't aimed this at anyone in particular, it's a general comment.

I must admit I have at times wanted to lash out when one of my friends has been hurt my cruel remarks, One time in particular but it just adds fuel to the fire. I tend to fcus on making sure the person under attack is ok and dealing with it.

deleted_user 11/27/2007

i totally agree with you,we are all here for help/give help where possible.i think the bashers should be the ones getting banned.xoxox

deleted_user 11/27/2007

That was supposed to be "by cruel remarks" not "my cruel remarks" Sorry, I've got false nails on, it's hard to type.lol

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I dont know it depends on what the issue is. Were depressed not dead. I think this is human nature and there's no point in trying to change it. We all know what the right thing to do is, orless were severely sick. Sometimes tempers get riled up. Most people here are opinionated, highly intelligent and each one of us has our own beliefs. We will always stand up for something we believe in.

deleted_user 11/27/2007

It's ok dizzy, I translated when I saw your reply:O)

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I don't think I have one...they're dangerous around here LMAO (opinions that is)

deleted_user 11/27/2007

I can't even read the responses, apologies. I will say this, it hurts and I can't bear all this.

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